Living In Another World With A Farm Chapter 8402 - 379-making things clear (1)

Ha Jing glared at Jie Tian, his face twisted in rage, and bellowed, "Jie Tian, you despicable villain! I couldn't figure out why your group rushed into this arena battle with us so eagerly. Now I get it—this is your scheme. You're pulling our focus here to sneak an assault on the Western defensive line of the Bloody Massacre Sect, aren't you? Utterly despicable and shameless!" As he hurled those insults, Ha Jing held back from any real strike. His gaze stayed sharp and steady, making it clear his anger was all for show. Even with his hot-headed nature, Ha Jing remained a sly survivor of endless years. Before this, he had geared up to charge right at the Sen Luo Temple. Yet Zhao Hai's warning hit him like lightning, and he caught on fast—something felt off. That's why he chose to test Jie Tian.

Jie Tian froze in shock at Ha Jing's words. His features twisted next as he fixed his eyes on Ha Jing and snapped, "Ha Jing, what exactly are you getting at? Since when did we launch an attack on your Western Defense line? Stop throwing false charges our way!" Jie Tian truly had no clue about it, so Ha Jing's outburst left him utterly dumbfounded.

Ha Jing eyed Jie Tian and let out a cold huff. "Still acting innocent? I just got word that the 13 Family Alliance is hitting our Blood Mountain Island on the Western Defense line. Do you claim to know nothing about it?" He added firmly, "I'm warning you—if you don't explain this properly, the Bloody Massacre Sect won't drop the issue." With those words, he dashed forward and touched down inside the Blood Buddha Temple. He could sense that Jie Tian was genuinely in the dark.

The moment they settled into the Blood Buddha Temple, Ha Jing turned to Zhao Hai and ordered, "Get a message to Lei Xuan right away. Isn't he holding the Western Defense line? Find out exactly what's happening—who's really targeting Blood Mountain Island? We can't afford a mix-up. It'll cost us big in reputation." After all, as a famed expert, Ha Jing couldn't risk looking foolish from a blunder.

Zhao Hai responded gravely, "No need, Grandmaster. I've already heard the report. Attackers are indeed striking Blood Mountain Island, and they're from the 13 Family Alliance. The weapon they're wielding against Blood Mountain Island is the Sen Luo Temple. It seems the Sen Luo Temple right before us could be an imitation. Grandmaster, if this Sen Luo Temple turns out fake, we should urge Elder Jie Tian to step out and dodge the 13 Family Alliance's trap. Should this phony Sen Luo Temple blow itself up, Elder Jie Tian and his group would face grave peril. Then the 13 Family Alliance could shift all blame onto us. With crowds watching, we'd struggle to clear our name. After all, to the seven great sects, the 13 Family Alliance likely lacks the nerve to scheme against them."

Ha Jing's face darkened at Zhao Hai's explanation. He shot into the air without a word and boomed, "Jie Tian, you old fox, show yourself!" When Ha Jing had retreated to the Blood Buddha Temple, Jie Tian had slipped inside the Sen Luo Temple. He planned to send word back to his sect for details. Hearing Ha Jing's yell from outside now, he couldn't suppress a grunt and soared out.

At that instant, several 13 Family Alliance cultivators manning the Sen Luo Temple warned, "Elder Xie, stay cautious. Ha Jing's obviously setting us up. Heading out could put you at risk." Their tone suggested they wanted Xie Tian to stay put. But Xie Tian ignored them. With a snort, he burst from the Sen Luo Temple. Unseen by all, a thin copper thread slithered beneath the Blood Buddha Temple into the sea of blood. It wormed its way into the Sen Luo Temple, rising from the crimson waves. It clung to the Sen Luo Temple's surface, melting into liquid that seeped slowly into the structure. No one spotted it.

By now, Jie Tian hovered outside and shot Ha Jing a glare. He growled coldly, "Ha Jing, mind your tongue. Don't assume I'm scared of you, Jie Tian. Keep slinging mud my way, and I won't hold back." This time, Jie Tian burned with real fury. Ha Jing had berated him without cause, and the words painted him as the villain, leaving him unable to fire back. How could he stay calm?

"Hmph!" Ha Jing snorted sharply and declared, "Old timer, take this palm strike!" With that, Ha Jing lunged ahead. He shaped a hand seal and unleashed a massive palm toward the sky. Ha Jing's Giant Palm of Truth stood as a signature assault method. Having honed it over a lifetime, its force was nothing short of devastating. The moment he struck, a colossal seal formed in his palm and hurtled straight at the sky.

Jie Tian spotted Ha Jing's move and sneered inwardly. He shifted his arm, summoning a dark scimitar to his grip. Then Jie Tian swung the blade at Ha Jing. But mid-swing, Jie Tian halted in surprise. He sensed Ha Jing's attack was all show—fierce in appearance yet lacking true might, carrying only a hint of lethal aura. It didn't feel like a serious blow. Jie Tian paused, puzzled by Ha Jing's intent, and glanced his way.

Though darkness cloaked the night, it barely hindered Jie Tian's sight. He caught Ha Jing's fierce scowl, yet his eyes held steady calm. As their gazes met, Ha Jing's flicked sideways meaningfully. The signal was plain—he sought a private word. Realizing this, Jie Tian's mind raced. The day's odd twists had him on edge too. He figured he'd hear Ha Jing out.

With that in mind, Jie Tian eased the slash's power. The pair drifted their clash farther off in silent agreement. No one else stirred, wary of the radiating energies. Yet tension gripped both sides. The Blood Buddha Temple crew assembled in formation against the alliance forces. The alliance held still, awaiting Jie Tian's command.

Jie Tian and Ha Jing clashed until the Sen Luo Temple and Blood Buddha Temple faded from view. Ha Jing halted then and faced Jie Tian. "Jie Tian, that's far enough. Time for a straight talk." No trace of ire lingered on his features. Jie Tian sheathed his blade but eyed Ha Jing warily still.

Ha Jing studied Jie Tian and smirked. "Jie Tian, when will you wise up? You've been played for a fool and haven't caught on yet? I'm amazed you've lasted this long." Deep down, Ha Jing relished the chance to rib Jie Tian face-to-face.

Jie Tian eyed Ha Jing and huffed. "Ha Jing, cut the mockery. Spill it—what's really happening? Why pull this stunt today?" Jie Tian felt utterly lost. He couldn't grasp Ha Jing's game or the reason for his bizarre behavior.

Ha Jing met Jie Tian's gaze and spoke solemnly. "Jie Tian, I meant every word. While we chatted, the 13 Family Alliance struck the Bloody Massacre Sect's Western defensive line. The target was Blood Mountain Island, and they deployed the Sen Luo Temple. Reports from the scene suggest the Sen Luo Temple there is the genuine article. Get my drift?"

Jie Tian blinked in disbelief. He eyed Ha Jing with doubt and pressed, "Ha Jing, is this for real? The 13 Family Alliance is using their Sen Luo Temple to raid your Blood Mountain Island? Then how are you staying so composed?" He knew the temple's devastating strength. If the 13 families truly unleashed it on Blood Mountain Island, disaster loomed. Ha Jing's calm chat with him made no sense—it was downright bizarre.

Ha Jing glanced at Jie Tian and snorted. "The Sen Luo Temple packs a punch, sure, but our Western Defense line holds its own. They won't overrun Blood Mountain Island anytime soon. I won't spell out the details, but the Sen Luo Temple you're guarding now might be a phony. I'm concerned the 13 Family Alliance could tamper with this duplicate to spark a feud between us and your seven sects. If they pull it off and we strike back, they'll have us dead to rights. They could simply wreck the temple. Witnesses or not, they'd pin it on us. We'd never talk our way out. Jie Tian, understand this—the Bloody Massacre Sect seeks no clash with you now. But we'll hit back hard at the 13 Family Alliance. Since they've roped you in too, if you insist on backing them, that's your call. The arena fight ends here. Whether you side with the 13 Family Alliance or not is up to you, but we'll crush the 13 Family Alliance regardless." Finished, Ha Jing wheeled away, though his flight stayed unhurried.

Jie Tian watched Ha Jing go, mulling his words. His look shifted. Ha Jing seemed dead serious. Verifying the claim would be simple enough. No motive for deceit. Plus, the Bloody Massacre Sect dominated the arena bout. They lacked a solid counter to Zhao Hai. Alone, he'd toppled over a hundred foes. If it dragged on, their thousand-strong force would crumble entirely. No need for tricks—the sect could just bide time till the arena wrapped, then openly smash the 13 Family Alliance. By then, aiding them openly would be impossible; covert help wouldn't save them much. Such schemes were pointless.

This realization struck Jie Tian hard. He called out to Ha Jing, "Hold on, Ha Jing—is all this true? If the 13 Family Alliance's behind it, we won't stand with them." Jie Tian saw the high odds it was legit, but he needed one last check.

Ha Jing paused and spun to face Jie Tian. He snorted and replied, "You'll know soon. I'm heading back now, but watch your back. If the 13 Family Alliance schemes against you for real, your disciples could be in peril." Then he turned and sped off.